| Issue ID | 1432908 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11055076 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | ALTIMA |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 22/11/17 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The vehicle is just past the 120k mile power train warranty period and the transmission/cvt began hard-shifting/clunking at around 40mph. Took it to a certified mechanic who diagnosed it as a failing cvt and requires replacement. Called nissan dealer and they said "yup, that happens." offered no guidance, their only solution is to replace the cvt for $6,000 (plus shop fees, taxes, etc.) i've talked to several altima owners and they've had very similar experiences with cvts failing between 125k and 140k miles, just past the warranty period. The failure is big, and nissan says the only option is complete replacement - no way to repair this issue. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 128000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | PHOENIX, AZ |
| VIN pattern | 1N4AL21E57NXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 38 |
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